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Looking at the bulk of buildings completed in the first half of the decade, the answer seems be ‘no’. There is a deadening effect from the time and ingenuity spent navigating an extensive and varied ...

Which proofing basket is best? If you want to bake delicious bread styles like sourdough, you’re going to need something called a proofing basket. Also known as bannetons, these simple ...

Wood said the “sheer volume” of red tape had “a deadening effect” on home building, and governments needed to think harder about decisions that unnecessarily restrict housing development.

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Dolby Atmos is one of the most popular features in soundbars over $400, so I look at features that help maximize spatial sound quality. For example, does the soundbar offer dedicated height ...

With 2025 on the horizon, the lingering uncertainty around trade policies could significantly affect importer strategies and bottom lines. Our trade specialist offers a few suggestions to get ready.